NASCAR insiders Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi have weighed in on the recent incident involving Carson Hocevar and Ricky Stenhouse Jr., comparing it to Ross Chastain’s arrival in the Cup Series. The duo suggested that Hocevar’s aggressive driving style, which has earned him a reputation for taking risks, may be contributing to his struggles with respect from other drivers.
According to Gluck, Hocevar’s behavior is akin to “Chastain disease,” where drivers who exhibit similar aggressive tendencies are viewed skeptically. Bianchi echoed this sentiment, stating that Hocevar needs to learn to pick his spots on the track better in order to receive the respect he desires.
The incident has sparked concerns among NASCAR insiders that Hocevar may face backlash from other drivers. While Stenhouse Jr. has not publicly condemned Hocevar’s actions, Bianchi believes that he would be “pissed too” if he were in Hocevar’s shoes.
As for how this will play out, Bianchi suggests that Hocevar needs to show more contrition and adapt his driving style to avoid future altercations. With the NASCAR field seemingly aligned against him, it remains to be seen whether Hocevar can change his ways and earn back the respect of his peers.
Source: https://www.on3.com/pro/news/nascar-insiders-assign-blame-carson-hocevar-ricky-stenhouse-jr-chastain-disease-incident